Acura 2008 TSX User Manual

2008 TSXNavigation Manual(Unlinked)This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be formatted for printing instead ofweb us. This is due to chang

Navigation System 9User Agreement• The terms and conditions hereof apply to all subsequent users and owners as well as to the original purchaser.• The

Navigation System 99Database LimitationsYou will find that some points of interest (POI) may be missing when you search the database. This can be caus

100 Navigation System• Traffic congestion• Travel timeWe assume no liability for any incident that may result from an error in the program, or from ch

Navigation System 101Client AssistanceReporting ErrorsOccasionally, you may encounter database errors.• If the error pertains to freeways and main “ve

102 Navigation SystemVisiting Your DealerWe strive to make this manual as complete as possible and to answer all questions regarding operation of the

Navigation System 103Changing the DVDNOTE:The system’s database is stored on a removable DVD. The system will not work without the DVD. Ensure the doo

104 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasMap CoverageThe system provides map coverage for the following 48 US states, and southern Canada. The US map covera

Navigation System 105Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg Metro - including Pasco and Manatee CountiesVero BeachGeorgiaAthensAtlanta MetroAugusta/Aiken MetroMacon

106 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasMississippiBiloxi/GulfportJacksonMissouriBransonColumbiaKansas City (KS-MO) Metro - including Platte CountySt Louis

Navigation System 107Rhode IslandNewportProvidence MetroSouth CarolinaBeaufortCharlestonColumbiaGreenville/Spartanburg - including additional cities i

108 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasOshkoshRacineSheboyganWausauWyomingCheyenneJackson Ski ResortsCanada Detailed Coverage AreasNOTE:The blue colored c

10 Navigation SystemGetting StartedSystem ControlsINFO buttonCANCEL buttonZOOM (IN)/ (OUT) buttonsScreenSET UP buttonMENU buttonMAP/ GUIDE button

Navigation System 109Fraser ValleyAbbottsfordChilliwackMissionVictoriaCapitalCentral SaanichColwoodEsquimaltHighlandsLangfordMetchosinNorth SaanichOak

110 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasWellingtonGuelphPuslinchYorkAuroraEase GwillimburyGeorginaKingMarkhamNewmarketRichmond HillVaughanWhitchurch-Stouff

Navigation System 111La Vallee-du-RichelieuBeloeilCaringnanChamblyLongueuilMcMastervilleMont-St-HilaireOtterburn ParkSt-Basile-le-GrandSt-Mathieu-de-B

112 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasMorley Road from Hwy-1/Trans Canada HwyHwy-3/Crowsnest Hwy (at Medicine Hat) to LethbridgeHwy-4 (at Lethbridge) to

Navigation System 113Frequently Asked QuestionsMap, and Features, Voice Operation, Entering AddressesProblem SolutionWhy does the Disclaimer screen ne

114 Navigation SystemWhen I drive at night, the screen is bright and will not switch to the night display mode. Why?Verify the following: The display

Navigation System 115Frequently Asked QuestionsGuidance, RoutingProblem SolutionThe navi does not route me the same way I would go, or the way some ot

116 Navigation SystemFrequently Asked QuestionsWhile I drive, my screen shows white dots (“breadcrumbs”) on it. What do they mean?These are called “br

Navigation System 117Ordering a Navi DVD, Coverage, Map Errors, LimitationsProblem SolutionI want to buy a new DVD. How do I purchase one? You cannot

118 Navigation SystemFrequently Asked QuestionsDisplay, AccessoriesMiscellaneous Other QuestionsProblem SolutionThe display appears dim when starting

Navigation System 11Getting StartedINFO buttonDisplays the screen for selecting Roadside Assistance, Voice Command Help, Calendar, Map Legend, Calcula

Navigation System 119Frequently Asked QuestionsThe navigation system clock switched by one hour for no apparent reason. What can cause this?1) You may

120 Navigation SystemTroubleshooting* If the error persists, or is shown for a wide area, see your dealer.Screen Error Message SolutionNavigation syst

Navigation System 121GlossaryGlossaryThe following is a glossary of terms pertaining to the voice recognition navigation system.Avoid Area - Areas you

122 Navigation SystemGlossaryLCD - Liquid Crystal Display. The navigation screen.Map Matching - The received GPS information allows the navigation sys

Navigation System 123GlossaryVehicle Speed Sensor - Provides speed signal to the navigation system for moving the VP icon on the map.Verified Streets

124 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexGlobal CommandsThe system accepts these commands on any screen.Help (reads list of the commands for the displa

Navigation System 125Navigation Display CommandsThe system accepts these commands on a map/guidance screen.Display current locationDisplay north upDis

126 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexFind Place CommandsThe system accepts these commands on a map/guidance screen.Find nearest: (find the nearest

Navigation System 127rental car agencyresortrest areaski areatourist informationtrain stationtravel agencytruck stoprestaurant (all restaurant types)A

128 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexTemperature Voice CommandsThe system accepts these commands on most screens.Temperature # degrees (#: 57-87 de

12 Navigation SystemGetting StartedVoice Control BasicsYour vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation of most of the navigat

Navigation System 129CD Voice CommandsThe system accepts these commands on most screens.CD playCD play disc # (#:1-6)CD play track # (#: 1-30)CD play

130 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexOn-Screen CommandsThe system accepts these commands on any screen. There are over 100 on-screen commands. Just

Navigation System 131Symbol Assist DefinitionsNOTE:The term “grave” used for these keys (À, È, Ì, and Ù) is pronounced like “save.”Voice Command Index

132 Navigation SystemIndexAAccessing the Address Book List...75Acura Automobile Client Services...101Add to Today’

Navigation System 133IndexEditing Today’s Destination List...40Emergency ...32Entering a Destination ...

134 Navigation SystemIndexOOff-road Tracking...58, 89On-Screen Commands...130On-Screen Commands Assist...130On

Navigation System 135IndexVoice Recognition Feedback...91Voice Recognition, Improving ...13Volume ...

136 Navigation SystemLicense noticeYou have acquired a device (“DEVICE”) that includes software licensed by ALPINE ELECTRONICS, INC., from an affiliat

Navigation System 137the SOFTWARE after the date you obtain your initial copy of the SOFTWARE (“Supplemental Components”).• If ALPINE ELECTRONICS,INC.

Navigation System 13Getting StartedUsing the Voice Control SystemYou should use the voice control system as much as possible, and consider manual entr

14 Navigation SystemGetting Started• Close the windows and the sunroof.• After pressing and releasing the NAVI TALK button, wait for the beep, then gi

Navigation System 15Getting StartedUsing the On-screen KeyboardWhen the system needs input from you, the display changes to a keyboard. Use the displa

16 Navigation SystemGetting StartedEach entered letter will appear at the top of the display. Say or select Space to enter a space between words. Say

Navigation System 17Getting StartedSystem Start-upWhen you turn the ignition to ON (II), it takes several seconds for the navigation system to boot up

18 Navigation SystemGetting StartedMap Screen LegendAcura DealerSchoolRestaurantAT MParking LotPost OfficeHonda DealerHospitalGrocery StoreGas Station

Navigation System 1Table of ContentsIntroduction ...4Manual Overview ...4System Overview ...

Navigation System 19Getting StartedMap Screen DescriptionZoom In/OutUse the ZOOM buttons to change the scale of the map. Zooming in increases the deta

20 Navigation SystemGetting StartedSystem Function DiagramThis diagram shows the navigation system features, starting at the center and working outwar

Navigation System 21When you press the MENU button, the display changes to:Address (see page 22)This selection requires you to enter the city (and pos

22 Navigation SystemBy AddressAfter you select Address from the Enter destination by screen, the display changes to:Tip:• When entering an address by

Navigation System 23To enter the city name by voice spelling, say or select CHANGE TO Spell Mode on the Say city name screen, and the display will cha

24 Navigation SystemIf the system does not find an exact match, select List when you finish entering the name of the city. Most of the cities and town

Navigation System 25The system has a talk back function. If your spoken letter is not recognized, the system will talk back to you. For example, if yo

26 Navigation SystemEntering the Street NumberAfter you have completed the street name, the display changes to the Enter street number screen. Use the

Navigation System 27NOTE:• If you find that your city is not listed, it may be part of a larger metropolitan area. Try entering the street first.• Pri

28 Navigation SystemThe system has a talk back function. If your spoken letter is not recognized, the system will talk back to you. For example, if yo

2 Navigation SystemTable of ContentsIcon Options ... 56Going Off the Route ...58Off-road Tracking.

Navigation System 29Selecting the StreetBy Voice Control:After you have selected the city, or if you say “Street” on the Find intersection by screen,

30 Navigation SystemBy Touch Control:After you have selected the city, or if you select Street in the beginning, the display changes to the Enter stre

Navigation System 31By PlacesAfter you select Places from the Enter destination by screen, the display changes to:There are four ways to find a place

32 Navigation SystemAuto ServiceThe subcategories are: Acura Dealers, Honda Dealers, Gas Stations, etc.BankingThe subcategories are: ATM, Bank, etc.Co

Navigation System 33ShoppingThe subcategories are: All Shopping, Accessories/Jewelry, Auto Parts & Electronics, Books/Music/Video, Clothing, Groce

34 Navigation SystemIf you see your desired place, select it from the list.If not, scroll through the list to find the desired place.If you select the

Navigation System 35Place NameWhen you select this option, the display changes to Enter a place name screen. Enter your selection, using the on-screen

36 Navigation SystemWhen you select a sorting method, the list of restaurants will appear.You can see the survey for a listed item by selecting the “Z

Navigation System 37The yellow box indicates the area you will see when you click on the current map with the joystick.NOTE:The address of the road se

38 Navigation SystemMove the cross hairs to the desired destination, then push in on the joystick. The address of the location you have selected will

Navigation System 3Table of ContentsAcura Automobile Client Services ...101Visiting Your Dealer ...10

Navigation System 39By Previous DestinationsEvery time you route to a destination, that destination is saved by the system. Up to 50 destinations can

40 Navigation SystemEditing Today’s Destination ListIf you change your plans, you can modify the Today’s Destination list order by distance, or by ord

Navigation System 41Entering a DestinationNOTE:When finishing a “Today’s Destinations” trip, the Today’s Destination list entries are stored to the Pr

42 Navigation SystemEntering a DestinationAdding Addresses to the Personal Address BookThere are two ways to enter addresses to the personal Address B

Navigation System 43Driving to Your DestinationDriving to Your DestinationA route typically has three phases.• Initial route calculation (Calculate ro

44 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationChanging the Routing MethodThe system lets you select the way you want to drive to your destination. Se

Navigation System 45Viewing the RoutesTouching View Routes allows you to scroll through and view the various routes (Direct, Easy, Maximize Freeways,

46 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationAfter calculating the route with the new method, the system displays a map of your current location. Th

Navigation System 47“Vector line” (unverified routing off)Blue-pink unverified route line (unverified routing on)Guidance PromptsAs you get near the m

48 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationMap FeaturesDark Green: Park Gray:Light Blue: Hospital Airport/Stadium/BusinessBrown: Shopping Mall Blu

4 Navigation SystemIntroductionManual OverviewThe manual is divided into the following sections:• Getting started - A basic introduction that discusse

Navigation System 49Guidance ScreenThe guidance screen offers an alternative way to view your route information. Many of the icons and screen features

50 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationDistance and Time to DestinationWhen you select a destination, the distance to the destination is the a

Navigation System 51Exit Info (Freeway Exit Information)You can search freeway exit information and add new destinations or waypoints to the calculate

52 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationMap ScaleUse the ZOOM buttons or a voice command such as “Display 1/2 mile scale” (see page 125) to cha

Navigation System 53Map OrientationThe map can be orientated two ways:• North-up: North pointing up as you would normally view a paper map.• Heading-u

54 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationDestination IconThe destination icon only shows the approximate location of the destination.This occurs

Navigation System 55For some icons you can choose either to show or hide them on the map, while others like Honda Dealers, are always shown. The table

56 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationShowing Icons on the MapTouching the ICON button on the map screen displays the following screen:The sc

Navigation System 57For instance, let’s assume that your hospital is not displayed on the map, and you want to make sure that your settings are correc

58 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationGoing Off the RouteIf you leave the calculated route, “Recalculating...” is displayed at the top of the

Navigation System 5IntroductionAccessories PrecautionsIf you have rear window tinting installed, be aware that if the tint has metallic properties, it

Navigation System 59Viewing/Saving the Current LocationWhenever you are on a map screen, you can always obtain your current location either by touchin

60 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationPop-ups and DisclaimersWhen you say “OK” in the Calculate Route to screen, or if you change your route,

Navigation System 61Changing the RouteWhile on route, you may wish to alter your route, add an interim “Waypoint” (pit stop), choose a different desti

62 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationWhen you enter waypoints, they appear on the map screen as small red flags numbered 1-5.Adding Waypoint

Navigation System 63Deleting WaypointsFrom the Change route by screen, if you say “Delete” or select Delete, then the Select a waypoint to delete scre

64 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationCancel Current RouteCancels the current route (and any waypoints) and returns you to the map screen.Bac

Navigation System 65With the desired address displayed, push in on the joystick. The Calculate route to screen is displayed. Say or select OK. Say or

66 Navigation SystemInformation FeaturesInformation ScreenWhen you say “Information” or press the INFO button, the display changes to:NOTE:If some ite

Navigation System 67Information FeaturesThere is a tutorial available for the voice command help. Say or select Getting started, and the display chang

68 Navigation SystemYou can scroll through the calendar day by day by pushing the joystick or select the day by voice. To change the month, say “Next”

6 Navigation SystemThe navigation system is designed to provide route information to help you reach your destination. However, this route guidance may

Navigation System 69Information FeaturesDeleteFrom the Calendar screen, select the date of the schedule you wish to remove. To remove the schedule, sa

70 Navigation SystemUnit ConversionTo perform a conversion:1. Enter a numeric value to be converted (for example, 100).2. Select the type of unit you

Navigation System 71Information FeaturesUse the joystick or touch the scroll bar to scroll through the Key to Zagat Ratings screens.

72 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upSetup ModeThe Setup function consists of two different screens that allow you to change and update information in the

Navigation System 73System Set-upDisplayThere are two screen display modes:Day and Night. The recommended setting is Auto, which automatically switche

74 Navigation SystemGuidance PromptsWhile you drive to your destination, the system displays and announces guidance prompts for your next maneuver. Th

Navigation System 75System Set-upPersonal InformationFrom the Setup screen (second), say or select Personal Information and the following screen appea

76 Navigation SystemEntering an Address BookAfter you select User 1 or User 2, your Address Book list appears:Select New Address in the upper right co

Navigation System 77System Set-upPlaces - Allows you to select one of the Point of Interest (POI) locations already stored in the system as one of you

78 Navigation SystemNOTE:You may have up to 100 categories. These are shared between User 1 and User 2.The system will then display everything that yo

Navigation System 7IntroductionVerified streets (dark colored) Unverified streets (light colored) When displayedThese roads are found within metropol

Navigation System 79System Set-upPIN NumberYou can set a four-digit PIN (Personal Identification Number) for accessing and changing personal addresses

80 Navigation SystemGo Home PIN1. Select Go Home PIN, and the system displays the Enter your new PIN screen.2. Enter your PIN in the same way as enter

Navigation System 81System Set-upRouting & GuidanceFrom the Setup screen (second), say or select Routing & Guidance and the following screen a

82 Navigation SystemUnverified Area RoutingAllows you to receive turn-by-turn map and voice guidance in unverified areas when on route to a destinatio

Navigation System 83System Set-upUnverified Area RoutingWhen driving to your destination, you have the choice of using or not using “unverified” roads

84 Navigation SystemWith Unverified Area Routing Off, the driver chose to take a shortcut, and avoid the long route. The moment you enter an unverifie

Navigation System 85System Set-upWith Unverified Area Routing Off, you are presented with a blue “vector line” that always points to the destination.

86 Navigation SystemEdit Avoid AreaThis function allows you to select areas you wish to avoid when calculating a route to your destination. You can se

Navigation System 87System Set-upNOTE:The maximum size of the “Avoid area” is 1/4 of the navigation display screen regardless of the map scale setting

88 Navigation SystemEdit Waypoint Search AreaWhen driving on route to your destination, you can select a temporary destination “waypoint” (marked with

8 Navigation SystemUser AgreementIn using this DVD “Satellite Linked Navigation System” (the “DVD”), which includes HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. software, AL

Navigation System 89System Set-upGuidance ModeAllows you to select the guidance display mode: Single Screen or Split Screen.To get to Guidance Mode fr

90 Navigation SystemCorrect Vehicle PositionThe system relies on satellites for positioning information. Buildings, tunnels, and other objects can blo

Navigation System 91System Set-upSystem InformationFrom the Setup screen (second), say or select System Information and the following screen appears:D

92 Navigation SystemClock AdjustmentFrom the Setup screen (second), say or select Clock Adjustment and the following screen appears:This screen allows

Navigation System 93Auto Time Zone by GPSSets automatic time zone selection by GPS to On or Off. If you are driving across the country and passing thr

94 Navigation SystemColorFrom the Setup screen (second), say or select Color and the following screen appears:Map ColorAllows you to choose the map co

Navigation System 95System InitializationSystem InitializationIf for any reason, you lose power to the navigation system (like the battery was disconn

96 Navigation SystemSystem InitializationGPS InitializationDepending on the length of time the battery was disconnected, your system may require GPS i

Navigation System 97System LimitationsAlthough your navigation system is one of the most highly sophisticated pieces of equipment you will find in a m

98 Navigation SystemThe destination icon shows the approximate location of the destination.This occurs because a city block can have as many as 100 po